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Articles Spotted Lanternfly: Tips for Handling Yard Waste in Quarantined Areas
Emelie Swackhamer
To prevent the movement of this insect, avoid moving yard waste such as woody plant debris (fallen trees or branches and tree trimmings) outside the quarantine area. More
Articles How You Can Comply with the Spotted Lanternfly Quarantine Regulations
Emelie Swackhamer
Some tips to help you avoid spreading Spotted Lanternfly (SLF) and be in compliance with the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture (PDA) regulations. More
Articles Spotted Lanternfly Management: Placing Sticky Bands on Trees
Emelie Swackhamer
This article summarizes one method of capturing and killing spotted lanternfly (SLF): placing sticky bands on trees. More
Articles What To Do If You Find the Spotted Lanternfly on Your Property
Emelie Swackhamer
This insect is considered a threat to some crops and many people are working to try to prevent it from spreading. More
Articles Spotted Lanternfly IPM Management Calendar
Emelie Swackhamer, David R. Jackson, Art Gover
There are various management techniques to consider to destroy or control the Spotted Lanternfly. Learn the recommended methods to use during certain times of the year. More
Videos Spotted Lanternfly Identification and Concern
Emelie Swackhamer
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Spotted lanternfly is an invasive insect in Pennsylvania that has the potential to threaten several important agricultural commodities. More
Articles Identifying Mushrooms
Emelie Swackhamer
Identifying mushrooms is complicated and not easy to do. More
Articles What is the Real Overhead of Your Business?
Emelie Swackhamer
There are many aspects of the cost of doing business. One aspect that business owners often don't understand is overhead. More
Articles Do You Need a Pesticide License?
Emelie Swackhamer
If you are considering using a pesticide, it is important to make sure you are in compliance with Pennsylvania law. More
Articles Scouting for Pests and Diseases
Emelie Swackhamer, Tianna DuPont
Plant, weed, hoe, cultivate, water, plant, fertilize, water . . . No time to stop and take a close look for pests and diseases? Take a few minutes. It could save your crop. More
Articles How to Control Slugs
Emelie Swackhamer
This article discusses some tactics for keeping slugs out of your crop. More
Articles Using Nature's Signals to Manage Landscape Pests
Emelie Swackhamer, Gregory Hoover
The best way to make an effective pesticide application is to observe pest development at the site through regular monitoring. More
Articles Recognize and Conserve Natural Enemies
Karen Bernhard, Emelie Swackhamer, Gregory Hoover
Before you attempt to control a pest, take time to identify the suspects properly. Are you really sure they are harmful? More
Articles Monitor Pests and Keep Records
Emelie Swackhamer, J. Robert Nuss, Larry Kuhns, Gregory Hoover
Inspecting your plants on a regular basis is essential to identifying and evaluating plant problems in their early stages. More
Articles Promote Plant Health
Emelie Swackhamer, J. Robert Nuss, Larry Kuhns, Gregory Hoover
Healthy, vigorous plants are less vulnerable to attack by insects and disease. More
Articles Plant with Care
Emelie Swackhamer, J. Robert Nuss, Larry Kuhns, Gregory Hoover
One of the most important steps you can take to ensure the health and long life of your plants is to plant them correctly. More
Articles Pest Management Methods
Emelie Swackhamer, J. Robert Nuss, Larry Kuhns, Gregory Hoover
IPM (integrated pest management) primarily consists of methods used to prevent plant problems from occurring in the first place. More
Articles Keeping Plants Well Groomed
Emelie Swackhamer, J. Robert Nuss, Larry Kuhns, Gregory Hoover
Debris that builds up in the landscape can harbor pests and plant diseases. More
Articles Introduction to Creating Healthy Landscapes
Emelie Swackhamer, J. Robert Nuss, Larry Kuhns, Gregory Hoover
When a plant looks unhealthy or has been injured by an insect or a mite, often our first impulse is to apply a pesticide. More
Articles Choosing Plants Wisely
Emelie Swackhamer, J. Robert Nuss, Larry Kuhns, Gregory Hoover
To create and maintain a healthy landscape, choose plants that are suited to the conditions in your yard. More
Articles Scouting for Pests and Diseases in Vegetable Crops
Emelie Swackhamer
Plant, weed, hoe, cultivate, water, plant, fertilize, water... No time to stop and take a close look for pests and diseases? Take a few minutes. It could save your crop. More
Articles Using Trees and Shrubs for Privacy and Wind Screening
Emelie Swackhamer, Jim Sellmer, Ph.D.
Residences benefit from trees and shrubs planted specifically to block unwanted views or prevailing winds. More
Articles Transplanting or Moving Trees and Shrubs in the Landscape
Emelie Swackhamer, Jim Sellmer, Ph.D.
When you realize that a large shrub or tree was planted in the wrong spot in your landscape what do you do? More
Articles Creating Healthy Landscapes
Emelie Swackhamer, J. Robert Nuss, Larry Kuhns, Gregory Hoover
This article outlines steps to help homeowners take better care of landscape plants and provides an introduction to basic integrated pest management concepts. More